Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineer Jobs in Chennai & Tamil Nadu

Electrical engineers keep Tamil Nadu's plants, substations and buildings powered. We recruit for power plants, EPC contractors, panel builders, motor and transformer manufacturers, MEP firms and renewable developers across Chennai, Coimbatore, Thoothukudi and Tirunelveli.

60openings

19industries

44locations

What employers look for in Electrical engineers

Plant employers value hands-on HT/LT experience and an electrical licence. EPC and MEP firms look for load calculations, cable schedules and panel specifications, while product companies hire electrical engineers for sales, application and testing roles.

Typical qualification: Diploma (DEEE), B.E./B.Tech EEE; TNEB supervisor licence is an advantage.

HT/LT systemsSwitchgear & panelsETAP / DIALuxCable sizingEarthing & lightning protectionPLC basicsElectrical licence (C/B/A grade)Energy audits

Positions open to Electrical engineers

Design Engineer

Design engineers create the drawings, models and calculations that the shop floor and site build from.

5 Electrical openings →

Project Engineer

Project engineers deliver a project from kick-off to handover: scope, schedule, cost and the client.

9 Electrical openings →

Sales Engineer

Sales engineers win orders by understanding a customer's process and proposing the right product or package.

3 Electrical openings →

Estimation Engineer

Estimation engineers build the cost of a job before it is won: material, labour, overheads and risk.

1 Electrical openings →

Application Engineer

Application engineers are the technical voice of the product: selection, sizing, demos and after-sales support.

2 Electrical openings →

Quality Engineer

Quality engineers make sure what leaves the gate meets the drawing, the standard and the customer.

16 Electrical openings →

Planning Engineer

Planning engineers build and maintain the schedule that everyone else works to.

8 Electrical openings →

Proposal Engineer

Proposal engineers turn tender enquiries into compliant, competitive techno-commercial offers.

1 Electrical openings →

Electrical engineer openings

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ⓘThese openings show the roles Heron Consultancy recruits for. Vacancies change every week, so send your CV or write to hr@heronconsultancy.com and our consultants will confirm current openings that match your profile.

HC-PUMPS-101Full-time

Design Engineer – Pumps & Valves

Client: a pump manufacturer · Pumps, Motors & Valves

Location: Ambattur, Chennai
Experience: 6–10 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹7.5–10.8 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Prepare 3D models, GA and detail drawings to code and client specification
Perform design calculations and select materials
Release BOMs and engineering change notes
Review vendor drawings and resolve shop-floor queries
Maintain drawing control and revision history

Skills: AutoCAD · SolidWorks / Creo / Inventor · Design calculations · Drawing control

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HC-EPC-101Contract

Planning Engineer – EPC Projects (Primavera P6)

Client: a multinational EPC contractor · EPC & Project Contracting

Location: Guindy, Chennai
Experience: 3–7 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹4.8–7.6 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Develop baseline schedules with WBS, resources and logic
Update progress, earned value and S-curves
Raise early warnings on delays and recovery plans
Prepare look-ahead plans and daily/weekly reports
Support claims and extension-of-time documentation

Skills: Primavera P6 · MS Project · Earned value & S-curves · MS Excel & Power BI

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HC-MFG-102Full-time

Quality Engineer – Manufacturing QA

Client: a capital goods manufacturer · General Manufacturing

Location: Sriperumbudur, Chennai
Experience: 6–10 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹5.9–7.7 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Carry out incoming, in-process and final inspection
Prepare inspection reports, QAP and quality dossiers
Handle customer complaints with 8D and root-cause analysis
Calibrate and control measuring instruments
Support ISO / IATF audits and third-party inspections

Skills: ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 · SPC, MSA, 7 QC tools · Measuring instruments & CMM · 8D problem solving

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HC-MEP-102Contract

Design Engineer – HVAC Design (HAP)

Client: an MEP contractor · MEP, HVAC & Fire Protection

Location: Porur, Chennai
Experience: 2–4 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹4.3–7.0 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Prepare 3D models, GA and detail drawings to code and client specification
Perform design calculations and select materials
Release BOMs and engineering change notes
Review vendor drawings and resolve shop-floor queries
Maintain drawing control and revision history

Skills: AutoCAD · SolidWorks / Creo / Inventor · Design calculations · Drawing control

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HC-MFG-111Full-time

Production Engineer – Manufacturing Plant

Client: a capital goods manufacturer · General Manufacturing

Location: Ekkatuthangal, Chennai
Experience: 4–8 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹4.8–7.2 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Plan and run shift production against daily targets
Allocate manpower and machines, and track OEE
Drive 5S, Kaizen and cycle-time reduction
Handle line issues with maintenance and quality teams
Maintain production records and shift reports

Skills: Lean manufacturing · OEE & cycle time · 5S / Kaizen · SAP PP / ERP

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HC-CHEM-102Contract

Production Engineer – Process Plant Operations

Client: a specialty chemicals manufacturer · Chemical, Petrochemical & Refinery

Location: Manali, Chennai
Experience: 5–8 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹5.4–7.8 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Plan and run shift production against daily targets
Allocate manpower and machines, and track OEE
Drive 5S, Kaizen and cycle-time reduction
Handle line issues with maintenance and quality teams
Maintain production records and shift reports

Skills: Lean manufacturing · OEE & cycle time · 5S / Kaizen · SAP PP / ERP

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HC-PORTS-101Full-time

Production Engineer – Marine Fabrication

Client: a port terminal operator · Shipbuilding, Ports & Marine

Location: Ennore, Chennai
Experience: 1–6 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹3.0–5.4 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Plan and run shift production against daily targets
Allocate manpower and machines, and track OEE
Drive 5S, Kaizen and cycle-time reduction
Handle line issues with maintenance and quality teams
Maintain production records and shift reports

Skills: Lean manufacturing · OEE & cycle time · 5S / Kaizen · SAP PP / ERP

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HC-CHEM-104Full-time

Production Engineer – Process Plant Operations

Client: a petrochemical company · Chemical, Petrochemical & Refinery

Location: Tiruvottiyur, Chennai
Experience: 3–6 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹4.2–6.7 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Plan and run shift production against daily targets
Allocate manpower and machines, and track OEE
Drive 5S, Kaizen and cycle-time reduction
Handle line issues with maintenance and quality teams
Maintain production records and shift reports

Skills: Lean manufacturing · OEE & cycle time · 5S / Kaizen · SAP PP / ERP

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HC-STEEL-101Full-time

Quality Engineer – Metallurgy Lab

Client: a secondary steel plant · Steel & Metals

Location: Tiruvottiyur, Chennai
Experience: 5–9 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹5.3–7.3 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Carry out incoming, in-process and final inspection
Prepare inspection reports, QAP and quality dossiers
Handle customer complaints with 8D and root-cause analysis
Calibrate and control measuring instruments
Support ISO / IATF audits and third-party inspections

Skills: ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 · SPC, MSA, 7 QC tools · Measuring instruments & CMM · 8D problem solving

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HC-PORTS-106Contract

Production Engineer – Marine Fabrication

Client: a port terminal operator · Shipbuilding, Ports & Marine

Location: Ponneri, Chennai
Experience: 1–5 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹3.0–4.5 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Plan and run shift production against daily targets
Allocate manpower and machines, and track OEE
Drive 5S, Kaizen and cycle-time reduction
Handle line issues with maintenance and quality teams
Maintain production records and shift reports

Skills: Lean manufacturing · OEE & cycle time · 5S / Kaizen · SAP PP / ERP

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HC-WATER-101Full-time

Application Engineer – Membranes & Water Chemicals

Client: an RO and ZLD systems supplier · Water & Wastewater Treatment

Location: Minjur, Chennai
Experience: 4–8 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹5.9–8.0 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Size and select products for customer applications
Conduct technical presentations, trials and demonstrations
Support the sales team with technical clarifications
Train customers and channel partners
Feed field issues back to design and NPD teams

Skills: Product selection software · Technical presentations · Field trials · Customer training

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HC-INFRA-108Full-time

Project Engineer – Building & Infrastructure Site

Client: a metro rail contractor · Construction & Infrastructure

Location: Mylapore, Chennai
Experience: 7–11 yrs
Salary (indicative): ₹8.0–12.7 LPA
Discipline: Electrical
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. EEE

Role details

Prepare project schedule and track progress against milestones
Coordinate engineering, procurement, fabrication and site teams
Handle client communication, MOMs and progress reports
Manage subcontractors and site execution
Close out with documentation, as-built drawings and handover

Skills: MS Project / Primavera P6 · Site execution · Client coordination · Documentation & reporting

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Frequently asked questions

Which industries hire Electrical engineers in Tamil Nadu?

The most active employers on our desk are in General Manufacturing, MEP, HVAC & Fire Protection, Sugar, Paper & Process Mills, followed by many other sectors listed on this page.

Where are most Electrical engineer jobs located?

Openings are concentrated in Chennai, Thoothukudi, Virudhunagar, Tiruvottiyur, with roles in every district of Tamil Nadu.

What qualification do I need?

Diploma (DEEE), B.E./B.Tech EEE; TNEB supervisor licence is an advantage.

How do I apply for Electrical engineer jobs with Heron Consultancy?

Upload your CV on our website or email it to hr@heronconsultancy.com with 'Electrical Engineer' and your preferred location in the subject line. There is no fee for candidates.